QA Automation Engineer I

Hy-Vee, Inc.

QA Automation Engineer responsible for developing and maintaining automated test solutions for Hy-Vee's retail technology operations. Collaborating with engineering teams and continuously improving test coverage and reliability.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeWest Des Moines • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in test automation and software development, with proficiency in Python and modern test automation frameworks. Capable of executing CI/CD pipelines and ensuring quality through effective testing strategies and documentation.

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Test Automation Using PythonCI/CD Pipeline ExecutionAPI Testing Tools (Postman, RestAssured)Modern Test Automation Frameworks (Playwright, Selenium, Cypress)SAP BTP Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Test AutomationSoftware DevelopmentAPI TestingPerformance TestingTest Suite DesignDocumentation MaintenanceFlaky Test MonitoringTest Case DevelopmentREST/OData Endpoint TestingCI/CD Concepts

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

GitHub ActionsConcoursePostmanRestAssuredPlaywrightSeleniumCypressRobot Framework

Industry Keywords

RetailFinanceHRSupply ChainSAP BTPODataSOAP

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CypressPythonSeleniumSOAP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and maintain manual/automated test suites for primary and integrated Retail, Finance, HR and Supply Chain systems under senior guidance.
Execute and monitor CI/CD-integrated test pipelines in Concourse/GitHub Actions, reporting results and ensuring quality gates are enforced on every code push.
Write and run API, UI, and basic performance tests against assigned applications, custom services, and REST/OData endpoints.
Monitor test health dashboards, flag flaky tests, and contribute to ongoing improvements in suite reliability and coverage.
Maintain clear and accurate documentation for test cases, test data, and defect reports.
Participates in small to large project implementations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
1–3 years in information technology or related experience; or demonstrated equivalent competency through portfolio work.
1–3 years of software development or test automation experience using Python.
Exposure to at least one modern test automation framework: Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, or Robot Framework.
Familiarity with API testing tools (Postman, RestAssured, or similar) and basic CI/CD pipeline concepts (GitHub or Concourse).
Organizational skills with the ability to effectively meet deadlines.
Familiarity with SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform) and OData/SOAP service testing concepts.
Retail, grocery, or supply-chain domain knowledge is a bonus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate to and interact with other people in a friendly, professional manner.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Flexible work arrangements